Zattikka has acquired the Monty Python licence for the development of social and browser-based games.

Featuring contributions from the Pythons themselves, the first game in the series will be released via Facebook as well as appearing elsewhere on the web.

"Monty Python is one of the most iconic comedy licences around, but there has been no new material for over 20 years," said the firm's CEO Tim Chaney.

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"By acquiring these rights we will be transporting Monty Python into the 21st Century, with a totally new experience for their unique comedy that will delight old and new fans alike."

According to Zattikka, the remaining members of the Python team are overseeing the game's development process which "has inspired the entire team to create a game that will live up to the standards set by the Pythons themselves and delivers a fantastic experience for the fans".

Full details of the game will be released at a press event early next month.